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Ministry of Tourism
National Tourism Advisory Council to meet on 21st - 22nd February 2019
Union Tourism Minister, Shri K J Alphons, will chair the National Tourism Advisory Council  meeting to be held on 21st - 22nd February 2019, at the site of the newly made Statue of Unity, Kevadiya in Gujarat. Apart from regular members of the NTAC, experts from the hospitality, travel and tour industry have been invited to attend the meeting. The objective of the brainstorming would be how to achieve a target of 5 million visitors to the Statue of Unity by next year. The world’s tallest statue of the iconic leader Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel is 182 meter tall.
The National Tourism Advisory Council  serves as a think tank of the Ministry of Tourism. The present NTAC was constituted on 20th October, 2016 under the Chairmanship of the Minister of Tourism with tenure of 3 years. The committee constitutes important Ministries, individual experts in the field of travel and tourism management and Ex-offico members from the industry associations. Last meeting of the NTAC was held ion 12th April, 2018.
Prime Minister's Office
PM addresses the inaugural session of India Global week
India is playing a leading role in the global revival: PM
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today addressed the inaugural session of India Global week via video-conference.
Referring to the current times of crisis, the Prime Minister said India would play a leading role in the global revival. He said that this is closely linked with two factors. First is - Indian talent and second is India's ability to reform and rejuvenate. He elaborated that world over, the contribution of India's talent-force is highly recognised, especially the contribution of the Indian tech industry and tech professionals.
He described India as a power-house of talent that is eager to contribute. He added that Indians are natural reformers and history has shown that India has overcome every challenge, be it social or economic.
He said that when India talks of revival it is: Revival with care, Revival with compassion, Revival which is sustainable - both for the environment and the economy.
The Prime Minister listed the gains made during the last six years such as: total financial inclusion, record housing and infra construction, Ease of Doing Business, bold tax reforms including the GST.
PM said that the green-shoots of economic recovery could already be seen as owing to the indomitable Indian spirit.
He said that technology today helps the Government every benefit to the beneficiaries directly, including, providing free cooking gas, cash in the bank accounts, free food grains to millions of people and many other things.
PM said India is one of the most open economies in the World and is inviting all the Multinational Companies to set up their business in India. The Prime Minister described India as a land of many possibilities and opportunities.
He described the various reforms initiated in the Agriculture Sector and said that it provides a very attractive investment opportunity for the global industry.
The Prime Minister said that the latest reforms are providing a boost to the MSME Sector and that they would be complimenting the big industry.
He said that there are investment opportunities in the defence sector and the space sector.
The Prime Minister said that the pandemic has once again shown that India's Pharma industry is an asset not just for India but for the entire world. It has played a leading role in reducing the cost of medicines especially for developing countries.
He said that Atma Nirbhar Bharat is not about being self-contained or being closed to the world but about being self-sustaining and self-generating.
This is an India that is reforming, performing and transforming. This is an India that offers new economic opportunities. This is an India that is adopting a human-centric and inclusive approach to development. India awaits you all, he said.
He expressed happiness that the Forum was also marking the 100th birth anniversary of Pandit Ravi Shankar, who took the beauty of Indian classical music to the world. He also highlighted how Namaste has gone global as a form of greeting. He said that India is ready to do whatever it can to further global good and prosperity.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.53 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 15.42 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,93,53,58,865
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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15,42,60,930
More than 193.53 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 15.42 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Dispute Resolution between All India HCC Workers Union & the management of M/s HCC Ltd, by the Ministry of Labour & Employment
Management of M/s HCC Ltd agrees to disburse 9 month wages, retrenchment compensation & gratuity to all eligible workers along with a bonus at the rate of 8.33%
A dispute was raised by federation of All India HCC Workers Union against the management of M/S HCC Ltd, a contractor of NHAI demanding payment of wages for 09 months to 600 contract labour along with other service benefits like bonus and leave with wages for financial year 20-21. Also as the contract work of the contractor was to wind up in May 21, the union remanded for retrenchment compensation & gratuity as payable to all contract labour.
The matter was seized in conciliation by the DyCLC, Kolkata and several discussions were held by inviting the contractor, the union and the principal employer. After several discussions, it was agreed to sign a memorandum settlement with the employer i.e the contractor and the union on 05.08.2021. The employer in principal agreed to pay following benefits to all the contract labour “To disburse 09 month wages, To pay retrenchment compensation & gratuity to all eligible workers, To pay bonus at the rate of 8.33%, To pay leave with wages all eligible workers & to pay wages for entire period of covid” when the workers could not attend to duties.
The entire settlement was held with volition & goodwill of the parties without leaving any financial burden on the employer in future & any litigation.
The above settlement made the employer liable for payment to the tune of 27 crores. The parties have agreed to submit a report on implementation of settlement.
The workers union has profusely expressed their gratitude to such positive & proactive relief oriented action undertaken by offices of Chief Labour Commissioner at Kolkata. On this occasion Shri. D.P.S. Negi, Chief Labour Commissioner  expressed happiness & said “that such efforts are made by Chief Labour Commissioner  across the country so that no worker is denied their lawful rights.”
VRRK/GK
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves signing of revised air services agreement between India and Philippines
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for signing the revised Air Services Agreement between India and Philippines.
The revised Air Services Agreement signifies an important landmark in the civil aviation relations between the two countries. It will provide enabling environment for enhanced and seamless connectivity while providing commercial opportunities to the carriers of both sides ensuring greater safety and security. It has the potential to spur greater trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchanges between the two countries.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Centre’s Efforts for High Performance in International Games
Preparation of Indian sportspersons/teams for international events is an ongoing process. In order to improve India’s performance in international sports events including Olympics, Asian Games and world Championships, a number of schemes are being implemented by the Government which aim at talent search and development, competitive exposure, coaching/training.
The Central Government is playing a pivotal role for promoting high performance in sports. Under the Scheme of Assistance to National Sports Federations  financial assistance is provided for conduct of National Championships, conduct of international tournaments in India, participation of sportspersons in international sports competitions, organizing coaching camps, engagement of foreign coaches, and procurement of sports equipments etc. Under the National Sports Development Fund  financial assistance is provided for customized training of elite athletes included in Target Olympic Podium  Scheme. Under TOPS, the Government is extending all requisite support to probable athletes identified for the 2020 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games including foreign training, international competition, equipment, services of support staff/personnel like Physical Trainer, Sports Psychologist, Mental Trainer and Physiotherapist besides out of pocket allowance of Rs. 50,000/- per month.
Following sports disciplines have been identified for focus for Olympic Games 2024 and Olympic Games 2028:
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Paris Olympics 2024
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Los Angeles Olympics 2028
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1. Athletics
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1. Athletics
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2. Archery
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2. Archery
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3. Badminton
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3. Badminton
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4. Boxing
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4. Boxing
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5. Hockey
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5. Hockey
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6. Weightlifting
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6. Weightlifting
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7. Shooting
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7. Shooting
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8. Wrestling
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8. Wrestling
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9. Swimming
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9. Swimming
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10. Table Tennis
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10. Table Tennis
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11. Rowing
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11. Rowing
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12. Judo
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12. Judo
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13. Cycling
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13. Cycling
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14. Fencing
This Information was given by the Minister of State  for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s Meeting with the Prime Minister of Singapore
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Singapore, H.E. Mr. Lee Hsien Loong on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit in Rome, Italy on 30 October 2021.
This was their first in-person meeting in the post-pandemic period. Both leaders discussed global efforts to combat climate change and the forthcoming COP26. They also discussed ongoing efforts to contain the Covid-19 pandemic through expedited vaccination efforts and ensuring supply of critical medicines. In this context PM Modi appreciated Singapore’s outreach to provide Covid assistance to India during the second wave. Prime Minister Lee congratulated the Prime Minister for the rapid vaccination drive in India.
They also discussed ways to enhance people to people ties, including early normalization of movement between both countries.
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Digital Skills to Jobless People
Digital Skills are crucial in the post Covid era to ensure skilling for the youth and also to address the requirements of Industrial Revolution 4. Directorate General of Training , under the Ministry plays a key role in the implementation of long term training schemes including training in the latest cutting edge technologies. DGT has entered into an MOU with IBM in June 2020 for Free Digital Learning Platform “Skills Build Reignite” to reach more Job Seekers and provide new resources to Business Owners in India. The Skills Build Reignite aims to provide job seekers and entrepreneurs, with access to free online coursework and mentoring support designed to help them reinvent their careers and businesses. Multifaceted digital skill training in the area of Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence  is provided to students & trainers across the nation in the National Skill Training Institutes . The Ministry of Education has launched an initiative ‘YUKTI 2.0’ in June 2020 to help systematically assimilate technologies having commercial potential and information related to incubated start-ups in the higher education institutions.
The Government of India has taken various steps for digital push in healthcare in the form of eSanjeevani” and “eSanjeevani/OPD”. The eSanjeevani platform has enabled two types of telemedicine services viz. Doctor-to-Doctor  and Patient-to-Doctor  Tele-consultations. The former is being implemented under the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centre  programme. It is planned to implement tele-consultation in all the 1.5 lakh Health and Wellness Centres  in a ‘Hub and Spoke’ model, by December 2022. States have identified and set up dedicated ‘Hubs’ in Medical Colleges and District hospitals to provide tele-consultation services to ‘Spokes’, i.e SHCs and PHCs. As on date, 12,000 users comprising Community Health Officers and Doctors have been trained to make use of this national e-platform. Presently, telemedicine is being provided through more than 3,000 HWCs in 10 States.In a short span of time since November 2019, tele-consultation by eSanjeevani and eSanjeevani OPD have been implemented by 23 States  and other States are in the process of rolling it out. National telemedicine service has completed more than 1,50,000 tele-consultations enabling patient to doctor consultations from the confines of their home, as well as doctor to doctor consultations.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri R.K. Singh in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Search and seizure action by Income Tax Department in Bihar
Income Tax Department initiated a Search & Seizure action on few groups engaged in the business of gold & diamond jewellery and real estate, on 17.11.2022. The searches were carried out at more than 30 premises spread over Patna, Bhagalpur, Dehri-on-Sone, Lucknow and Delhi.
During the course of the search, large number of incriminating documents and digital evidence demonstrating evasion of income have been found & seized.
In one of groups, engaged in the business of gold & diamond jewellery, analysis of seized evidence reveals that this group has invested its unaccounted income in cash purchase of jewellery, renovation of shops and immovable properties. This group has been found to have introduced unaccounted money of over Rs. 12 crore in its books of account, in the garb of advance from customers. Further, upon physical verification of stock, during the search action, unaccounted stock of more than Rs. 12 crore has been found.
In the case of another group engaged in real estate business, evidences of unaccounted cash transactions in purchase of land, construction of buildings and sale of apartments, have been found and seized. The evidence seized in the case of a prominent land broker has further corroborated the above unaccounted transactions. The quantum of such unaccounted cash transactions is more than Rs. 80 crore. The unaccounted income so earned by the key persons of the group has been invested in acquisition of many immovable properties including large parcels of land.
During the search operation, unaccounted cash and jewellery worth more than Rs. 5 crore have been seized. A total of 14 bank lockers have been put under restraint. So far, the search action has led to detection of unaccounted transactions exceeding Rs. 100 crore.
Further investigations are in progress.
Ministry of Power
Union Minister of Power confers NHPC Limited with first prize of 'Rajbhasha Shield’
Union Minister of Power and New and Renewable Energy, Shri R.K Singh conferred NHPC Limited with the first prize for the year 2020-21 and the second prize for the year 2018-19 for excellent implementation of Rajbhasha during the meeting of Hindi Salahkar Samiti chaired by Shri Singh here today. Shri A.K. Singh, CMD, NHPC Limited received these awards from the Union Minister of Power during the meeting. Shri Krishna Pal Gurjar, Minister of State for Power and Heavy Industries, Shri Alok Kumar, Secretary , Ministry of Power and senior officers from Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs and members of the committee were also present. During the meeting, Shri R.K Singh also released the latest issue of ‘Rajbhasha Jyoti’, NHPC's official language magazine and the book ‘Bharatiya Sanskriti mein Prabandhan’ written by Dr. Rajbir Singh, Group General Manager , NHPC.
NHPC has also been awarded "Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar" nine times by the Government of India for its excellent work in the field of implementation of Rajbhasha.
Ministry of Finance
GST Revenue collections for the month of October 2018 crosses Rupees One Lac Crore
The total gross GST revenue collected in the month of October, 2018 is Rs. 100,710crore of which CGST is Rs. 16,464crore, SGST is Rs. 22,826crore, IGST is Rs. 53,419crore  and Cess is Rs. 8,000 crore.
The total number of GSTR 3B Returns filed for the month of September up to 31st October, 2018 is 67.45lakh.
The Government has settled Rs. 17,490 crore to CGST and Rs. 15,107 crore to SGST from IGST as regular settlement. Further, Rs .30,000crore has been settled from the balance IGST available with the Centre on provisional basis in the ratio of 50:50 between Centre and States. The total revenue earned by Central Government and the State Governments after regular and provisional settlement in the month of October, 2018 is Rs. 48,954 crore for CGST and Rs. 52,934crore for the SGST.
The Revenue collected in October, 2018 of Rs. 100,710 crore is higher by 6.64% as compared to September, 2018 collection of Rs. 94,442 crore. The chart shows trends in revenue during the current year. The States which achieved extra- ordinary growth in total taxes collected from the State assesses include Kerala , Jharkhand , Rajasthan , Uttarakhand  and Maharashtra .
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
5.38 lakh Fair Price Shops  operational in the country
After Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Bihar have highest number of FPSs
The Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Ms. Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today informed that around 5.38 lakh Fair Price Shops  under the Public Distribution System  are operational in the country.
The responsibilities for licensing of FPSs, their monitoring and continuous oversight of FPS operations rests with the respective State/UT Government. However, this Department has advised all States/UTs to issue licenses for at least 5 years duration. In addition to this, the Targeted Public Distribution System  Control Order, 2015 of this Department provides a framework to all States/UTs for regulation of FPSs and their smooth functioning.
The National Food Security Act, 2013  provides for distribution of only foodgrains  at highly subsidised prices through Targeted Public Distribution System .
The Public Distribution System  reforms provides a mechanism for distribution of highly subsidised foodgrains through the biometric authentication of beneficiaries in a transparent manner and transactions records are uploaded in public domain.
Statement indicating State-wise total No. of Fair Price Shops under NFSA
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Sl.
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States/UTs
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No. of Fair Price Shops 
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1
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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464
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2
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Andhra Pradesh
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28,936
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3
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Arunachal Pradesh
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1,640
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4
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Assam
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38,237
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5
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Bihar
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47,032
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6
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Chandigarh
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NA
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7
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Chhattisgarh
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12,304
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8
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Dadra & NH and Daman Diu
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114
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9
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Delhi
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2,018
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10
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Goa
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456
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11
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Gujarat
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17,210
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12
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Haryana
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9,526
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13
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Himachal Pradesh
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4,934
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14
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Jammu & Kashmir
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6,002
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15
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Jharkhand
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25,532
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16
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Karnataka
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19,935
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17
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Kerala
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14,189
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18
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Ladakh
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409
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19
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Lakshadweep
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39
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20
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Madhya Pradesh
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25,133
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21
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Maharashtra
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52,532
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22
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Manipur
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2,765
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23
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Meghalaya
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4,735
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24
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Mizoram
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1,245
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25
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Nagaland
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1,629
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26
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Odisha
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12,577
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27
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Puducherry
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NA
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28
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Punjab
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17,525
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29
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Rajasthan
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25,682
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30
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Sikkim
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1,362
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31
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Tamil Nadu
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34,776
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32
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Telangana
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17,170
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33
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Tripura
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1,806
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34
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Uttarakhand
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9,200
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35
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Uttar Pradesh
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80,493
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36
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West Bengal
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20,261
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Total
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5,37,868
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Ministry of Shipping reviews preparedness against COVID-19 at all Major and Non- Major Ports of the country
In the backdrop of increasing number of cases of COVID-19 in India,preparedness of all Major and Non Major ports in India was reviewed today under the chairmanship of Shri Gopal Krishna, Secretary, Ministry of Shipping.
Secretary discussed the nitty-gritty of the present scenario with the Chairpersons of all major and minor ports as well as officials of State Maritime Boards through video conferencing. Officials of the Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Bureau of Immigration,Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of External Affairs were also present during the meeting.
Deliberating the emerging global scenario, the Secretary requested a co-ordinated and collective approach against COVID-19 by one and all to avoid its spread through sea ports. He emphasised all officials to adhere to the instructions and advisories being issued by the Ministry of Shipping in letter and spirit. He directed all ports to ensure availability of thermal scanners and sufficient Personal Protective Equipment as per guidelines of Ministry of health. All ports handling EXIM cargo and handling cruise ships have been instructed to take special precautions and ensure 100% thermal screening of the crew/passengers, Self Declaration from the Crew/passengers and tie-up with the regional unit of NDRF for third party check at ports. Immediate instructions have been issued to stop disembarkation of the crew/ passenger having travel history from the infected countries.
All ports have been directed to procure thermal scanners and necessary protective gears as required, setting up of isolation wards and ensuring medical facilities and subsequent treatment availability as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. It was highlighted that in total 16076 passengers from 452 ships have been screened, so far, at various major/ non major ports.
Senior officials of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare present during this review meeting, explained to the all concerned port authorities regarding the thermal screening process, detailed health check-up of crew and setting up of quarantine facilities in coordination with respective local medical authorities.